STRUCTURE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE –
The Division performs routine maintenance and cleaning of the storm water system that is comprised of underground pipes, drop inlets, and catch basins. During structural failure, staff will make necessary repairs.
DITCH MAINTENANCE –
The Division maintains non-tidal City-owned road side and off road ditches by ensuring the flow line is clear by removing trash and overgrown vegetation. Ditches may also need to be regraded to ensure proper drainage. The Division further utilizes the Sheriff’s Work Force to perform routine preventative maintenance on designated ditches throughout the City.
LOT CLEANING –
Illegal dumping on City-owned property is prevalent in the City. The Division maintains crews to clean illegal dumping on city vacant lots, city right-of-way, dead ends, and underpasses.
BMP MAINTENANCE –
The Division maintains storm water best management practices (BMPs) such as wet ponds, dry ponds, infiltration trenches, etc. on properties that drain water from City Right-of-Ways. Maintenance includes cleaning and repairing structures, cutting vegetation, dredging, etc.
GROCERY CART COLLECTION –
The Division is responsible for removing abandoned shopping carts throughout the City.
STORM WATER PUMP STATION MAINTENANCE -
The Division maintains 10 pump stations throughout the City to reduce flooding in low lying areas such as underpasses. Daily inspections and routine maintenance is performed on the pump stations. The Department of Public Works continuously performs major maintenance on these systems each year by replacing pumps, rehabilitating the stations, and upgrading electrical systems.
